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Guide
How to Turn On Card Payments Abroad Before a Trip
A step-by-step guide to finding and turning on the 'payments abroad' switch for your card in your banking app before a trip, and turning it off after you return.
Market commentary
NBU Fines Raiffeisen Bank and Ukrainskyi Kapital: What It Means for Your Money
In July 2026 the NBU fined Raiffeisen Bank, Ukrainskyi Kapital and 19 financial firms for AML violations. Here is what it means for your deposits and how to pick a reliable bank.
Guide
How to Recognize a Fake Bank Text Message (Phishing)
Learn how to tell a real bank text message from a fake one (phishing): a step-by-step guide, warning signs, and what to do if you already tapped a suspicious link or entered your card details.
Market commentary
Open Banking in Ukraine: Why Oschadbank, OTP and Sense Bank Opened Their APIs
Oschadbank, OTP Bank and Sense Bank joined Ukraine's open banking ecosystem. Here is what it means for customers, the new possibilities, and the risks to watch.
Guide
How to Order a New Bank Card Through the App After Losing or Damaging the Old One
A simple step-by-step guide to ordering a replacement bank card in your banking app after loss, theft, or damage, choosing a delivery method, and activating the new card without visiting a branch.
Market commentary
NBU Unexpectedly Raises Key Policy Rate to 15.5%: What It Means for Your Money
The NBU unexpectedly raised its key policy rate to 15.5% amid rising inflation risks. Here is what it means for deposits, loans and the hryvnia for ordinary people.
Guide
How to Set Up Automatic Payments for Utility Bills in Your Banking App
A simple step-by-step guide to setting up automatic monthly payments for electricity, water, gas, and internet bills in your banking app.
Market commentary
New Transfer Limits for Sole Proprietors and Companies in Ukraine from September 2026
From September 1, 2026, Ukrainian banks introduce transfer limits for sole proprietors and companies and tighten income-source checks. Who is affected and how to prepare.
Guide
How to Transfer Money to a Card at Another Bank Using an App
A simple step-by-step guide to transferring money to a card issued by another bank using your banking app, plus what to do if something goes wrong.
Guide
How to find the nearest bank branch or ATM in the app
How to use the branch and ATM map in your banking app: step-by-step search, distance, opening hours, and directions.
Market commentary
Fake 'PrivatBank' Emails: New Phishing Scheme Targets Businesses
In July 2026 fraudsters target business clients with fake PrivatBank and tax authority emails. How to spot the phishing scheme and protect your account.
Guide
How to Activate a New Bank Card in Your Bank's App
A calm, step-by-step guide: how to activate a new payment card in your bank's app, safely and without stress.
Market commentary
NBU Simplifies Bank Client Verification After Veteran Scandal
Since July 17, 2026 Ukrainian banks use new client verification rules: trusted-person assistance, video consent. What it means for you and your family.
Guide
How to Withdraw Cash from an ATM Using a QR Code in Your Bank App (No Card Needed)
A step-by-step guide: how to generate a QR code in your bank app and withdraw cash at an ATM without a card. Simple and safe.
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The "yeOselya" Mortgage Program: New Rules Since July 17, 2026
Since July 17, 2026 the Ukrainian yeOselya mortgage program has new rules: 3% rate for veterans, down-payment compensation, easier IDP income checks.
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